Dynamic Targeting^® IGRT (Image-Guided Radiotherapy) from Varian Medical Systems

A diagnosis of cancer is overwhelming for anyone. But at Kalispell Regional Medical Center, we’ve opened the door to a new generation of cancer care. By adding Dynamic Targeting IGRT, we can now precisely treat tumors and avoid healthy tissue. Our computer-controlled targeting capabilities mean a better chance of cure with fewer side effects.

PATIENT BENEFITS

	Over 60% of cancer patients receive some form of radiotherapy as part of their treatment. This is because radiotherapy is very effective at controlling many forms of cancer by destroying cancer cells’ ability to reproduce.
	Through more precise targeting of the beam, dosage levels can be increased and target volumes (the three-dimensional areas to receive treatment) can be reduced—so tumors get a higher dose of radiation and healthy surrounding tissues get very little.
	Imaging and tracking technologies that are used in delivering IGRT enable doctors to treat tumors even if they are close to vital structures like the spinal column, salivary glands, heart, or lungs. This can mean substantially fewer side effects and a much better post-treatment quality of life.